Support local business
We champion the shops, restaurants, and services along Wood Avenue with promotion, programming, and streetscape improvements.
Special Improvement District · Linden, NJ
Welcome to Uptown Linden.
A vibrant downtown of family-owned shops, chef-driven kitchens, and year-round community events along Wood Avenue.
- 50+
- Local businesses
- 30+
- Years serving Linden
- 12
- Events every year
What is Uptown Linden?
A Special Improvement District built by property and business owners, for the community.
Bring neighbors together
From the summer farmer's market to Comedy Under the Stars, we host events all year that make downtown feel like home.
Honor our community
Programs like Hometown Heroes recognize the Linden residents who've served, and keep our history visible on the avenue.
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Community Events
There's always something happening uptown.
Free family programming from spring through the holidays — markets, comedy nights, veteran tributes, and neighborhood celebrations.
Second Annual Hometown Heroes Event
Linden City Hall
Uptown Linden Farmer's Market
Saturdays, May – October, 10 AM – 2 PM
Linden City Hall, 301 N Wood Ave
Comedy Under The Stars
Summer Fridays
Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 N Wood Ave
Hometown Heroes
Honoring the men and women of Linden who have served.
Every November, Uptown Linden displays commemorative banners along Wood Avenue honoring local veterans and active service members. The program is free and open to any Linden resident who has served in the U.S. Armed Forces.
Learn about the program